A key concern for most people when they separate is the living arrangements of the children post separation. It is important to discuss, as soon as possible, after separation what will happen in relation to the children and their time with each parent.

Going through a separation is an emotionally difficult time. Added to this is the financial stress of dividing your assets. It is important that you receive advice about what is an appropriate division of assets based upon your circumstances.

Obtaining a Divorce is often the final step in dealing with a property division and can be done by consent or by one party alone.

Following separation, parties are often confused about their obligation to pay or their right to receive child support. Gaining an understanding of your child support liability or rights is imperative in planning your future.

Second relationships, de-facto relationships, entering a relationship later in life. More people are entering relationships with significant assets in their own right, a key concern for clients is the protection of their assets when entering into a new relationship. We regularly advise clients on the benefits of Binding Financial Agreements.

Mediation is an alternative way of resolving your family law dispute without the high costs, emotional stress and lengthy delays associated with Court proceedings.

We can help with both the criminal and family aspects of your matter, where the two overlap. Including: Applications for Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders (ADVOs), Bail hearings, trials and sentencing hearings for charges of domestic-related offences, Trials and sentencing hearings for charges of offences that may affect parenting arrangements, such as drink driving or drug driving.